Labour must look for solutions away from cruel welfare reforms. Council tax reform is just one way.

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The government’s welfare reforms are driven by a need to save money. But let’s be clear: there are other ways for the government to either raise more money or find savings. There is always a political choice.

As figures emerge showing council tax debt is at a record high and as bills for households are set to rise by 5 p…